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Michael Madyira

Senior journalist
2013 Zimbabwe Sports Journalist of the Year | Soccer journalism, African Football, PSL (Premier Soccer League), CAF Champions League, Tactical Analysis, Transfer Market, ICC Cricket Awards | English
Michael Madyira is a seasoned, award-winning sports journalist serving as a Senior Soccer Writer for FARPost. With a career spanning over a decade, Madyira has established himself as an authority on African football, bringing deep continental experience and tactical analytical depth to the South African media landscape. Before joining FARPost, Madyira built a formidable reputation as a core correspondent for global football outlet Goal.com. During his extensive tenure there, he covered the Premier Soccer League (PSL), CAF Inter-Club competitions, and major international tournaments. His work is recognized for delivering breaking news and authoritative analysis on South Africa’s top clubs, including Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, and Orlando Pirates. Madyira’s journalism has been recognized across multiple sporting codes. He was named the 2013 Zimbabwe Sports Journalist of the Year early in his career and was subsequently selected as a voting panelist for the 2013/14 International Cricket Council (ICC) Awards. At FARPost, he combines investigative rigor with in-depth match analysis across domestic and African football.

Michael Madyira

Sandile Zungu addressing the media ahead of SAFA elections

SAFA presidential aspirant Sandile Zungu addresses stance on FIFA boss Infantino

SAFA presidential candidate Sandile Zungu says if elected to power, the local football mother body will be guided by CAF regarding the position to take on…
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Deano van Rooyen arriving at an Orlando Pirates training session

Cardoso issues Van Rooyen’s Sundowns progress update after shock Pirates departure

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has given an update on Deano van Rooyen’s readiness to make his debut for the Brazilians.  The 29-year-old was…
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Ilyes Mzoughi at training with Kaizer Chiefs

Are Petersen’s problems due to Mzoughi’s Kaizer Chiefs exit? Shongwe responds

Kaizer Chiefs legend William Shongwe has explained why he attributes Brandon Petersen's recent struggles to the departure of goalkeeper coach Ilyes Mzoughi,…
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Thabo Cele being announced as a new Mamelodi Sundowns player

Sundowns confirm signing of ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Thabo Cele

Mamelodi Sundowns have announced the signing of Thabo Cele, a few days after Kaizer Chiefs confirmed the midfielder’s departure. As previously reported by…
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Relebohile Mofokeng celebrating after scoring for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise

Why Bartlett tips Relebohile Mofokeng for short-lived Belgium stay 

Former Bafana Bafana striker Shaun Bartlett has explained why he expects Relebohile Mofokeng's time in the Belgian Pro League with Royale Union…
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Pitso Mosimane sits with Lydia Monyepaso, Danny Jordaan and Linda Zwane during his unveiling as the new Bafana Bafana coach

Why Hlatshwayo believes Pitso Mosimane can surpass Broos as Bafana coach

Former Bafana Bafana captain Thulani Hlatshwayo has explained why he is convinced that Pitso Mosimane has the potential to match or surpass Hugo Broos’…
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Sandile Zungu addressing the media ahead of SAFA elections

Zungu reveals lofty SAFA ambitions, bullish on ‘clean sweep’ over Jordaan

SAFA presidential hopeful Sandile Zungu has disclosed his lofty FIFA World Cup ambitions if elected to the biggest job in South African football.  The…
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Oswin Appollis being pulled by a La Cure Waves player during a CAF Champions League encounter

Seven talking points as Pirates are frustrated by Champions League debutants 

Orlando Pirates threw their CAF Champions League pedigree under severe scrutiny after being held 0-0 by tournament debutants La Cure Waves SC in the first…
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Givemore Khupe in action for Sekhukhune United in a Betway Premiership match against TS Galaxy

Goalless Saturday as Sekhukhune’s woes continue post-Kaze era while Milford hold Chippa

Sekhukhune United began the post-Cedric Kaze era with a 0-0 draw against TS Galaxy in a Betway Premiership match at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane…
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Brandon Petersen saves a shot during warm-up before Kaizer Chiefs' match against Golden Arrows FC

William Shongwe explains Brandon Petersen’s ‘biggest problem’ after recent blunders

Former Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper William Shongwe has weighed in on Brandon Petersen’s recent struggles, pinpointing what he believes is the Amakhosi captain’s…
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Deon Hotto and Mthetheleli Mthiyani going through their paces during training with Orlando Pirates

Ouaddou’s plea to CAF after Lupopo Champions League ordeal, sets target for Orlando Pirates

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has raised alarm over the “disrespectful” treatment of away teams in the CAF Champions League following what he says…
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Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz addressing a press conference

Fernando Da Cruz shuts door on possible Kaizer Chiefs signings but…

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz has insisted that he will not be signing more players during the current PSL transfer window, but says the club may…
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